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New! “The Prison Project: A Guide to Illinois Legal Services”
Looking for literature resources, civil rights help, or legal referrals to navigate the Illinois prison system? Download our NEW guide “The Prison Project: A Guide to Illinois Legal Services”.
New! Now Available: "Know Your Rights- As a Protestor"
This guide is designed to empower protestors by informing them of their legal rights in the United States, specifically addressing common issues faced by protestors.
RAMADAN 24th: Delays and Justice
An Afghan asylum seeker aided the US forces in their fight against terrorism before seeking asylum in the US in 2018. However, his application faced delays and only got approved in November 2023 after legal action was taken against the US Department of Homeland Security.
Ensuring Religious Equity: CAIR-Chicago's Commitment to Supporting Incarcerated Muslims
In a mission to advocate for religious freedom and equality, CAIR-Chicago has been diligently working alongside correctional facilities across the nation to provide vital resources and support to incarcerated Muslims. Through a multifaceted approach, CAIR-Chicago has strived to ensure that the religious rights and accommodations of Muslim inmates are respected and upheld.
Justice Prevails: Fight for Citizenship Ends in Victory!
After a long legal battle, the US Department of Homeland Security approved Abdulkareem's citizenship application on March 12, 2024. His story serves as a beacon of hope for immigrants across the nation, demonstrating the transformative power of advocacy and community support.
Know Your Rights Panel - Combating Hate Crimes: Resources and Support for Communities Under Attack
In light of the ongoing challenges faced by communities, we invite you to a special virtual panel discussion titled “Know Your Rights: Combating Hate Crimes.” This crucial event will focus on providing resources and support for communities under attack, offering insights into pathways to justice in Illinois.
CAIR-Chicago seeking PILI fellowship applicants
CAIR-Chicago is seeking two Public Interest Law Initiative (PILI) fellows for the Summer of 2015. Apply today!
COMMUNITY ALERT: Know Your Rights, Youth Workshops, Hate Crimes, and Media Assistance
Our office works with a number of youth, immigration, civil rights and interfaith organizations, and we have also presented on these issues with our partner organizations. Please contact our office if you have any questions, suggestions or would like us to come to your community to give a presentation on any of these topics, or meet to discuss any of these issues.
CAIR-Chicago Welcomes EEOC Decree on Muslim Worker Discrimination Claims
Three Muslim employees alleged hostile work environment, unjust firing from Tinley Park Cadillac dealership. The Chicago Office of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Chicago) has been representing these employees throughout the litigation and filed individual claims on their behalf.
CAIR-Chicago joins Asian Americans Against Police Brutality at Press Conference [VIDEO]
On Thursday May 29th CAIR-Chicago staff and interns joined with community leaders and organizers at a press conference at the mayor's office against police brutality.
CAIR-Chicago Seeks Volunteer Language Translators: Arabic and Somali
We are seeking translators who can read, write and translate Arabic and Somali documents, as well as speak Arabic and Somali.
CAIR-Chicago Supports Appeal of Jewish School Denied Zoning Relief
On May 6, 2014, CAIR-Chicago filed an Amicus Curiae brief in support of an appeal filed by the Joan Dachs Yaakov Elementary School – Yeshivas Tiferes Tzvi (“Joan Dachs”), based on the City of Evanston’s refusal to allow the school to re-develop vacant land for its religious and educational plans.